Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 11, 2026
Average rent in
Philadelphia, PA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 11, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Philadelphia rent stands today
Philadelphia, PA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,625/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with no month-over-month change in rents as of November 2026.
Compared to national trends
Philadelphia sits 14.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering renters a moderately priced market with 4,313 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Philadelphia rent for about $1,200/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,400/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,695/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,400/month. Houses run a median of $1,850/month while apartments are more common at $1,550/month, reflecting the city's inventory composition.
Neighborhood spotlight
Merion Station rents fell 52.7% year over year to $1,750/month across 15 rentals. This decline contrasts with the citywide flat trend and marks a significant local cooldown.
Median rent
Median rent in Philadelphia
$1,625/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Philadelphia is $1,625 per month as of November 2026. This is 14% below the national average rent, or $275 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Philadelphia
4,313
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Philadelphia rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Philadelphia, PA
Average rent prices in Philadelphia have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Philadelphia, PA
Rent prices in Philadelphia vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Philadelphia is $1,550, whereas a house costs $1,850. 1-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia run $1,400 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,675.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,199 | No Change |  3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,400 | No Change |  3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,695 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,895 | No Change | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $2,400 | No Change | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Center City East | $1,995 | |
Cobbs Creek | $1,350 | |
Fairmount Art Museum | $1,958 | |
Fishtown | $2,095 | |
Germantown | $1,295 | |
Kensington | $1,650 | |
Logan Square | $2,595 | |
North Philadelphia East | $1,669 | |
North Philadelphia West | $1,550 | |
Spruce Hill | $1,500 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,550 | No Change | 1% | |
Condos | $1,840 | No Change | 4% | |
Houses | $1,850 | No Change | 3% | |
Rooms | $990 | 7% | 7% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,199
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,695
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,895
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last year
2%
North Philadelphia West
Average rent
$1,550
North Philadelphia East
Average rent
$1,669
Fishtown
Average rent
$2,095
Spruce Hill
Average rent
$1,500
Center City East
Average rent
$1,995
Kensington
Average rent
$1,650
Fairmount Art Museum
Average rent
$1,958
Logan Square
Average rent
$2,595
Cobbs Creek
Average rent
$1,350
Germantown
Average rent
$1,295
Apartments
Average rent
$1,550
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,840
Last year
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,850
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$990
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
7%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Philadelphia, PA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Philadelphia, PA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Philadelphia and Ardmore by all bedroom counts and property types.
Philadelphia
14%lower than the national median
32%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Philadelphia, PA is 35% lower than the median rent in Ardmore, PA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,500
8%$1,675
1%$1,550
3%$2,500
15%$1,975
15%$2,414
5%$1,725
4%$1,605
43%$1,800
6%$1,675
$1,392
16%$1,785
8%Cost of living in Philadelphia, PA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 8% higher |
| Groceries | 5% higher |
| Health | 2% higher |
| Housing | 10% higher |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 10% higher |
Discover rentals in Philadelphia, PA
5d+ ago
Elkins Park apartment for rent in Philadelphia
316 Gerard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19027
Studio
0 baths
$250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
North Philadelphia East townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
2237 N 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
5 beds
2.5 baths
$380
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Jan 13
1d ago
408 N 41st St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
1 bed
0 baths
$500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Elkins Park house for rent in Philadelphia
7301 Chestnut Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19027
Studio
0 baths
$500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
43m ago
1401 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Studio–4 beds
1–4 baths
$2,513–$24,995
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Center City West townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
111 S 24th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
4 beds
5 baths
$23,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Center City West townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
110 S Bonsall St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
4 beds
5 baths
$23,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Avenue of the Arts South house for rent in Philadelphia
1414 S Penn Sq #39B, Philadelphia, PA 19102
3 beds
4.5 baths
$20,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
Verified
4900 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,500–$2,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
800 North 48th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
3–5 beds
2 baths
$1,980–$2,780
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 2
4d ago
Verified
4021 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,475–$2,550
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
241 S 49th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,395–$2,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 12
5h ago
Verified
902 Valley Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19027
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,500–$1,780
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
101 Summit Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19004
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,795–$2,266
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 6
15h ago
Verified
7600 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,430–$2,380
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
7949 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,430–$1,814
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
4021 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,475–$2,550
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
7715 Mccallum St, Philadelphia, PA 19118
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$2,120
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
7949 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,430–$1,814
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
43m ago
Verified
1620 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,998–$9,317
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Philadelphia, PA
Quick answers to common questions about the Philadelphia rental market.
How much is rent in Philadelphia?
The average rent in Philadelphia is $1,625 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Philadelphia?
Average rent prices in Philadelphia have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Philadelphia rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Philadelphia is 14% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $275 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Philadelphia?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Philadelphia are Germantown ($1,295/mo), Cobbs Creek ($1,350/mo), and Spruce Hill ($1,500/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Philadelphia?
To comfortably afford rent in Philadelphia, you'd need to earn approximately $65,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Philadelphia?
December offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Philadelphia, with the lowest rents of the year and the least competition from other renters. June sees the highest rents, with roughly 3.4% difference between peak and off-peak months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
Philadelphia Metro Report
The Zumper Philadelphia Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to identify the most and least expensive cities and cities experiencing the fastest rent growth. The Pennsylvania one bedroom median rent was $1,253 last month.
The Most Expensive
- Princeton ranked as the most expensive city with one-bedrooms priced at $2,870.
- West Chester was the second priciest with rent at $1,770.
- Atlantic City placed third with rent at $1,730.
The Least Expensive
The Largest Decline (Y/Y%)
- Pottstown had the largest annual rent price decline, falling 5.6%.
- Bethlehem saw rent drop 5.1%, making it second.
- Trenton placed third with rent decreasing 4.1%.
The Largest Decline (M/M%)
- Atlantic City experienced the largest monthly rent price decline, falling 6%.
- Camden placed second with rent decreasing 5.8%.
- Pottstown placed third with rent dropping 2.5%.
About
The Zumper Philadelphia Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
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Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.